Regatta Events
For the full listings and timetable information of all the events taking place for the Regatta please consult the Whitby Regatta Programme, which is available from various local outlets which are listed in the Programmes section of this web site.
Red Arrows Display Team
The Red Arrows might only perform their daredevil stunts at Whitby Regatta every two or three years in future, the Red Arrows may not return unless residents and visitors to the Regatta dig deep in their pockets to invest in the festival. The Regatta is entirely free to the public, relying on public donations for funding.
Regatta Revue
Friday 9th August @ 7:30pm Whitby Pavilion
Tony Peers Productions presents a grand spectacular opening of the 173rd Whitby Regatta
For details see www.whitbypavilion.co.uk. Box Office Tel. No: 01947 604855
Spectacular Fireworks Display
Monday 12th August @ 9:45pm (approx)
Barrage after barrage of rockets, star bursts, special effect shells, whistling mullet coloured rockets and numerous other different fireworks, are the theme of this years' firework finale .
Whitby Regatta 4k Fun Run
Sunday 11th @ 10am
From Crescent Gardens and is run predominantly on the sea wall.
Entry Form (PDF Format)
2012 Results (Word Format)
Under 11 Beach Soccer Festival
Saturday 10th @ 10am - 2pm
£5 Entry Fee Per Team
Entry Form (PDF Format)
Vintage, Post war, Classic & Sports Car Rally
Sunday August 11th @ 10:00am
Many elegant cars will compete in various classes for prestigious trophies.
Application Form (Word Format)
Fun for Children of All Ages
Saturday 10th Sunday 11th Monday 12th
We have a wide selection of entertainment for children including:
An inflatable Maze/Pirate Ship/Giant Fun Slide, a Punch and Judy Show and Jo Jo the Clown
Rowing Races
Please see the Regatta Programme for dates and race times
Local rowing teams compete for first place in various categories.
RAF Displays
Saturday 10th Sunday 11th Monday 12th
Visit the RAF's static displays including a recruitment display.
Please note due to operational duties all military displays are subject to availability .
Navy Displays
Saturday 10th Sunday 11th Monday 12th
Visit the Navy`s Submarine trailer and display.
Please note due to operational duties all military displays are subject to availability .
Army Displays
Saturday 10th Sunday 11th Monday 12th
A range of displays to explore.
Please note due to operational duties all military displays are subject to availability .
Motor Cycle Gymkhana
Sunday 11th August 10:00am
Skill and fun on two wheels taking place on Whitby's beach.
Raft Race
Saturday 10th August
Among the many highlights of Regatta Weekend is the Raft Race in the Lower Harbour
Entry Form (PDF Format)
The Grand Parade
Monday 12th
Please see the Regatta Programme for the parade times.
A parade of many decorated themed floats will make it's way through the heart of the Regatta celebrations.
Friday 9th
For times please refer to your regatta programme.
Regatta Revue - Tony PeersProductions - Whitby pavillion @7-30pm
Saturday 10th
For times please refer to your regatta programme.
Regatta Tombola - Near Bandstand
Yorkshire Coast Radio - West Cliff
Grand Baby Show - Whitby Pavilion
Glamorous Granny Competition - Whitby Pavilion
Sandcastle Competition - Battery Parade Beach Area
Beach Soccer Battery - Parade Beach Area
RAF Sea King Helicopter Search & Rescue - West Cliff
Pick a Pen Capt - Capt Cook Area
Kit Car Rally - Spa Green
White Rose Capri Club Display - Spa Green
Vintage Jap Motor Cycle Club Rally - Spa Green
Whitby Motor Club Display - Spa Green
Robinson Cup - Sandsend Bay
Raft Race - Lower Harbour
Regatta Sail Past & Lifeboat Launch - Harbour
Star Party - Archery Green
Sunday 11th
Regatta Tombola - Near Bandstand
Yorkshire Coast Radio Car - West Cliff
Motor Cycle, Quads Gymkhana & Lawn Mower Race - Beach Nr. Khyber Pass
Fun Run - Start Crescent Gardens
Pick a Pen - Capt Cook Area
Vintage & Post War Motor Cycles - Crescent Gardens
Vintage Tractors & Farm Machinery - Crescent Gardens
Vintage Post War Classic Car Rally - Spa Green
Fun Tug of War Competitions - Archery Green
Star Party - Sunken Gardens
Star Party - Archery Green
Monday 12th
Regatta Tombola - Near Bandstand
Tyler Cup (First Race) - Off Sandsend
Tyler Cup (Second Race) - Off Sandsend
Walking Floats & Fancy Dress (assemble) - Market Place
Walking Floats & Fancy Dress (Parade) - Route
followed by prize giving at - Whitby Pavilion
Yorkshire Coast Radio Car - West Cliff
Fun Fair Opens - Pier Road Area
Fancy Dress Judging & Prize Giving - Whitby Pavilion
Rowing Clubs Prize Giving - Whitby Pavilion Theatre
Grand Fireworks Display - Viewing from West Cliff & Pier